And Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead, and strengthened himself against Israel.
Parallel translations
- WEB Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his place, and strengthened himself against Israel.
- BSB Asa’s son Jehoshaphat reigned in his place, and he strengthened himself against Israel.
- NKJV Then Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his place, and strengthened himself against Israel.
- NASB His son Jehoshaphat then became king in his place, and he proved himself strong over Israel.
- NLT Then Jehoshaphat, Asa’s son, became the next king. He strengthened Judah to stand against any attack from Israel.
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Jehoshaphat succeeds Asa and strengthens Judah against Israel. A new and notably godly reign begins with wise preparation.
Overview
Jehoshaphat takes the throne and fortifies his kingdom against the northern threat. The Chronicler introduces one of Judah's most commended kings, whose reign will showcase faithfulness and reform. His careful strengthening of Judah opens an account marked by God's blessing on devotion.
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- 1 Kgs 15:24And Asa slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David his father: and Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead.
- Eph 6:10Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
- Matt 1:8And Asa begat Josaphat; and Josaphat begat Joram; and Joram begat Ozias;
- 2 Chr 32:5Also he strengthened himself, and built up all the wall that was broken, and raised it up to the towers, and another wall without, and repaired Millo in the city of David, and made darts and shields in abundance.
- 2 Chr 26:8And the Ammonites gave gifts to Uzziah: and his name spread abroad even to the entering in of Egypt; for he strengthened himself exceedingly.
- 2 Chr 12:1And it came to pass, when Rehoboam had established the kingdom, and had strengthened himself, he forsook the law of the LORD, and all Israel with him.
- Ezek 7:27The king shall mourn, and the prince shall be clothed with desolation, and the hands of the people of the land shall be troubled: I will do unto them after their way, and according to their deserts will I judge them; and they shall know that I am the LORD.
- 1 Sam 23:16And Jonathan Saul’s son arose, and went to David into the wood, and strengthened his hand in God.
- 1 Kgs 22:41And Jehoshaphat the son of Asa began to reign over Judah in the fourth year of Ahab king of Israel.
- 1 Chr 11:10These also are the chief of the mighty men whom David had, who strengthened themselves with him in his kingdom, and with all Israel, to make him king, according to the word of the LORD concerning Israel.
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